• Team Leader Conservation
• Clerk Grade 9/10
• Package includes salary $120,859 - $133,183 plus employer's contribution to superannuation
• Ongoing full-time role
• Located in Armidale or Narrabri

 

Do you want to work to make a difference for NSW?

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage

 

About the role

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has a unique opportunity for a Team Leader Conservation to work as part of the team and contribute towards the conservation of the natural environment, flora, fauna and Aboriginal heritage.  The Team Leader Conservation will lead a team of committed pest and weed management, threatened species and data specialists to prioritise, plan and report on conservation programs and priorities across the branch.  The team works closely with area staff, contractors and external stakeholders to identify the natural and cultural values of the reserve and deliver targeted threat mitigation, monitoring, and conservation programs.  The position provides input into departmental policy and strategy development and broader conservation initiatives such as Assets of Intergenerational Significance.

 

About you

Your strong communication and leadership skills are essential for the success of this role.  The position manages a geographically dispersed team and must be able to travel within the branch.  The ideal candidate will need to be able to drive a positive culture throughout the team.  You’ll have a level of autonomy to manage the planning, development, implementation, and delivery of approved works, projects, and maintenance programs. 

 

Project management is critical to this role as you will be responsible for the coordination of projects, managing budgets and coordinating the associated contractors in-line with relevant departmental guidelines and procedures and quality expectations.  You will review and contribute to the development of strategic planning documents such as pest management strategies, biodiversity and wildlife strategies, operational plans, plans of management, business and service delivery plans to ensure actions and objectives deliver on key NPWS priorities.

 

Essential requirements

• Appropriate degree qualification and/or equivalent experience relevant to the role.
• Experience in wildlife and project management.
• Demonstrated extensive experience in the interpretation of legislation, and experience in dealing with environmental planning and assessment issues.
• Experience in the preparation, assessment and analysis of strategic and complex conservation proposals. 
• A current Australian Drivers Licence.

 

To view the Role Description: Team Leader Conservation

 

Effective 1 January 2024. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is part of NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW). For more information, please click on link below.

 

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)

 

What we can offer you

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge.

• Accrued days off in addition to Annual Leave
• Corporate wellbeing programs, including the Fitness Passport
• Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training.

 

What we do

About NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service

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How to apply

Apply by answering all pre-screening questions, submit a current resume and a one-page cover letter that outlines your skills and experience relevant to the role.

 

DPE strongly recommends all applicants who can be safely vaccinated for COVID-19, to be so.

 

In our inclusive and accessible workplace, differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. DPE supports various employee affinity groups, practice flexible working, offer job share and workplace adjustments.

 

For more information about the role, please contact Rebecca Scrivener, Manager, Branch Programs, North Inland, NPWS on 0407 437 884 or rebecca.scrivener@environment.nsw.gov.au.  

 

Applications close: Tuesday 19 November 2024 at 11.55pm.

 

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same role or role type that may become available for filling over the next 18 months.

 

Looking for more information or assistance in applying?

Our Diversity team can assist to:

• provide alternative formats to apply
• make adjustments to the recruitment process
• offer information about workplace adjustments and support networks.

 

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander check out Our Mob on Country to see the work we do and for assistance in applying for a role. Contact our Aboriginal People & Culture team at DPIEAPC@dpie.nsw.gov.au if you need further information or assistance.

 

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